Nicole D.
Nicole D.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Their comfort, your peace 🌸
I have an especially soft spot for pets who need a little extra reassurance while their people are away 🐾 I’m patient, attentive, and take the time to learn what helps each animal feel safe and comfortable, whether that means play and adventure, cuddles, familiar routines, or quiet companionship~ Animals have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve cared for pets of different ages, sizes, personalities, and energy levels, from raising my toy poodle, Coco, from puppyhood to caring for larger dogs and senior pets. Cats hold an especially big piece of my heart ♡ I grew up helping my mom rescue strays, have raised 10 cats from kittenhood, and volunteered for two years with shelter cats and kittens. That experience taught me to meet animals on their terms, especially those who are shy, cautious, or need a little extra patience. My goal is simple: for your pet to feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for until you’re home again~
Cat care experience
Nicole also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I focus on helping pets feel safe and comfortable in their own space. I follow their usual routines closely, pay attention to body language and boundaries, and never force interaction. Whether your pet is anxious, shy, spicy, or immediately ready to be best friends, I’m happy to meet them where they are and earn their trust at their pace.
Ratings and reviews
Nicole was great! Not only was she super professional, prompt and communicative, she also made our Oliver super comfortable while we were away. She kept us posted with updates. Thank you Nicole!
Nicole watches after my older dog and my “menace kitty” PurrPurr. She loves taking the dog for walks and giving him treats, and always makes sure he’s looking his best. PurrPurr is a feisty but playful and loving cat and Nicole handles all her moods with care. When PurrPurr escaped on me, she immediately came over to help find her, and she got her back home within a day. She’s a lifesaver!
Nicole cares for my mom's senior dog Rocko- often this involves extra love via grooming, cleanup, or attention. She's reliable, proactive, and genuinely loves and is considerate of the animals in her care. I trust her completely.
Nicole is the sweetest and most caring person I could’ve had watch our kitties. They absolutely loved her, even the one who tends to hide and avoid people came out for attention. She was reliable and friendly. She communicated any time she had questions or wanted clarification of their care. I trust her over anyone else with our furry babies.
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Schedule
Pet care is already part of my everyday life, and I’m building my schedule around giving each pet the time and attention they need. I offer walks, drop-ins, and house sitting, with flexibility for pets who benefit from extra companionship, familiar routines, and a reassuring presence while their people are away.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsNicole can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
- The more I understand their little world, the better I can keep it feeling familiar and safe. I’d love to know your pet’s usual routine, favorite things, feeding and medication needs, and what helps them feel comfortable when you’re away. Please tell me about any fears, triggers, sensitivities, escape habits, or handling boundaries, too.